Associate Programme Officer

Contract

This is a NO-B contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 4,481 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative and the direct supervision of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer leading the Africa Anti-Corruption Hub.

For more information on UNODC, please visit the website www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the Associate Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in cooperating and coordinating closely with officers of the Anti-Corruption Hub for Africa, other officers in ROEA as relevant, as well as in the Corruption and Economic Crime Branch (CEB) at UNODC headquarters in Vienna for the development and implementation of the Global Programme to Prevent and Counter Corruption through effective Implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption in Support of Sustainable Development Goal 16 in Africa, with particular focus on the Eastern Africa Region.

• Support programme management though work plan development, monitoring and analysis of specific aspects of programme/project implementation; review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions.

• Work in close coordination with Government counterparts, donors and other stakeholders, drawing on best practices, including UN/UNODC manuals, handbooks, guides, and standards and norms, for the identification of technical assistance needs for capacity building with a focus on various aspects of the UN Convention Against Corruption.

• Provide substantive support, guidance and assistance in the design and development of anti-corruption projects and initiatives at the national and regional level and in accordance with UNODC’s overall strategy and as an integral element of the UNODC Global Programme against Corruption.

• Conduct research, data collection and analysis on anti-corruption related issues, trends or patterns and contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications to support project and activity development, engagement in policy discussions and outreach to counterparts.

• Assist in administering consulting assignments, guiding and evaluating consultants’ work.

• Assist in designing, planning and facilitating workshops, meetings, conferences, including through proposing agenda topics, identifying participants and speakers, preparing background documents and presentations, drafting related reports.

• Participate in carrying out regular substantive and organizational liaison with the programme’s national, regional and continental stakeholders (including designated focal points and other senior professionals). Facilitate the smooth and effective flow of communication with national entities, by maintaining regular contact, providing required information, etc. Maintain and regularly update a database of programme contacts in the region and on the continent. • Provide assistance on local and regional considerations and realities for proper and effective programmes implementation, as well as on ways to strengthen partnerships with beneficiary institutions. • Guide the administrative and logistical work of programme assistants, volunteers and interns supporting programme delivery, including overseeing budgets, financial statements and reporting. Ensure that operations, finance management, procurement, logistics, liaison and communication activities assigned to the programme are conducted according to UNODC standards and procedures.

• Participate in field missions either independently or in support of other officers, provide support for the missions with research and analysis, reaching out to stakeholders, producing reports and carrying out follow up activities as needed.

• Assist in the recruitment for staff and consultants: drafting Terms of Reference, preparing short-lists, preparing written and oral questions; guiding programme personnel towards the achievement of the programme’s objectives.

• Undertake communication activities, e.g. drafting of web stories and social media posts to enhance the visibility of programme activities.

• Contribute to the collection and analysis of data and identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

• Document requirements and background information used for data analysis.

• Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to administration, programme/project management, criminal justice and/or related fields. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Is able to apply judgement in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in law, international development, business administration, programme/ project management, or other relevant discipline is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience, including relevant experience in managing programme/project activities in the area of criminal justice, crime and drug control and/or related fields, is required.

Work experience in project management including design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development assistance projects is desirable.

Work experience in the area of anti-corruption and within the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.

Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations language official is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions.

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No Fee

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